Origins of the Magdalene Laundries: an analytical history

"The convents, asylums, and laundries that once comprised the Magdalene institutions are the subject of this examination of "Magdaleneism." The book focuses on the devolution of the significance of Mary Magdalene as a metaphor for the organization: from an affluent, strong supporter o...

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Main Author: McCarthy, Rebecca Lea 1966- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. [u.a.] McFarland & Company 2010
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Online Access:Inhaltsverzeichnis
Summary:"The convents, asylums, and laundries that once comprised the Magdalene institutions are the subject of this examination of "Magdaleneism." The book focuses on the devolution of the significance of Mary Magdalene as a metaphor for the organization: from an affluent, strong supporter of Jesus to a simple, fallen woman"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:"The convents, asylums, and laundries that once comprised the Magdalene institutions are the subject of this examination of "Magdaleneism." The book focuses on the devolution of the significance of Mary Magdalene as a metaphor for the organization: from an affluent, strong supporter of Jesus to a simple, fallen woman"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:VII, 261 S. Ill.
ISBN:9780786444465

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